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George III papier-mâché polychrome-painted tray, after Samuel Howitt circa 1810
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- papier-mache
- height 20 1/2 in.; width 15 in.
- 52 cm; 38.1 cm
the underside of the tray stamped 4; the rectangular tray with rounded corners painted with the scene by Samuel Howitt: 'Hunters Coming by Surprise on a Tigress and Cubs' from Thomas Williamson, Oriental Field Sports; etc., London: Edward Orme, 1807, vol. I, pl. 3, p. 44.
Provenance
Graham & Oxley
Condition
Overall good condition; some light craquelure to the central scene; small cracks ot the tray at creases with small losses; decoration stable with some inpainted sections to outside extremities; nicely painted
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.